Schools in 92203 — Indio, California
92203 has 3 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 37.7 — 6.1 points below the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 25.4 to 49.9, a 24.4-point spread.
How 92203 schools perform
The top-ranked school is James Monroe Elementary with a Scope Score of 50 and 26.5% of students exceeding standard.
Chronic absenteeism across 92203 averages 24.9%, below the state average of 18.1%. This elevated rate may indicate systemic attendance challenges in the area.
How 92203 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip Code | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 92203 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92203 | Indio | 3 | Developing 37.7/100 | — |
| 92201 | Indio | 17 | Developing 30.6/100 | -7.1 |
School archetypes in 92203
Hidden gems: 1 school in 92203 is classified as Growth Engine — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 92203
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Monroe Elementary Desert Sands Unified Growth Engine | 26.5% | Developing 50/100 |
| 2 | Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Desert Sands Unified Building Momentum | 15.6% | Developing 38/100 |
| 3 | Desert Ridge Academy Desert Sands Unified Building Momentum | 9.6% | Needs Support 25/100 |
Schools in 92203 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 92203
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
- Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
- Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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